The Run-Through with Vogue: Episode Summary

Episode Title: Fashion Month Takeaways, Met Gala Predictions, Movie Recs, and More!
Release Date: March 13, 2025
Hosts: Chloe, Mel, and Taylor Antrim

1. Vogue's April Cover: Gigi Hadid in 1920s Fantasia

The episode kicks off with an in-depth discussion about Vogue's stunning April cover featuring Gigi Hadid. Shot by renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz and styled by Alex, the cover embodies a 1920s fantasia theme, seamlessly blending vintage aesthetics with modern elegance.

Mel shares behind-the-scenes insights:
"I'm really happy I wasn't on set because apparently they shot outside in the Bronx with no heaters. So it was a pretty extreme shoot day. And Gigi's a really good sport." [01:47]

Taylor elaborates on the creative dichotomy:
"Between Willow and me, we kind of have the two sides of this story. So I'm responsible for editing the personal side. And then you are right in there with the creation of this, like, total fantasia that Annie Leibovitz and Alex put together for the shoot." [02:21]

The team delves into the inspiration behind the shoot, highlighting the confluence of vintage and 1920s influences that shaped the narrative. Gigi's transformation into Marianne Morehouse, America's first supermodel married to poet E.E. Cummings, underscores the thematic depth of the cover.

Notable Quote:
"Annie knows what she's doing, and she's like, that's a reference to a very specific Steichen image. And so you feel like you're working for the Smithsonian or something like that." – Mel [04:27]

2. Vintage Markets: Vogue's Upcoming Events

Building on the vintage theme, Vogue is set to host vintage markets in New York and London. These events will feature an array of vintage pieces donated by celebrity models, Vogue staff, and designers. Proceeds from the New York market will benefit victims of the Los Angeles fires.

Mel highlights a personal connection:
"Levi's has generously donated a rack of vintage denim, which to me is honestly like the highlight because I love vintage Levi's and actually one of the things I lost in the fires was two pairs of my favorite vintage Levi's from when I was a teenager." [08:00]

Chloe provides logistical details:
"You buy tickets on the Vogue app." [08:26]

3. Paris Fashion Week: Highlights and Trends

The hosts recap the recently concluded Paris Fashion Week, sharing their favorite shows and standout moments.

Chloe expresses enthusiasm for unconventional designs:
"I liked the sort of the kookier shows that felt like they just went for it... like, what's happening here? A model was walking down wearing a viola. Another model was wearing a drum as a skirt." [10:51]

Mel discusses the impact of new designers:
"Nikova is one of the big new young French designers who's really making a stamp on Paris Fashion Week and bringing a little youthful end to a week that was a little..." [11:15]

Taylor draws parallels between fashion and team dynamics:
"There's so much office. Office looks, some of which I do hope to not see in my own office thing, because as a manager, I think we'd have to have conversations..." [12:59]

Key trends from the week include subversive workwear, bold belts, and a resurgence of feminine energy led by female designers. The discussion also touches on the excitement surrounding the May issue, which will feature extensive jewelry and the upcoming Met Gala.

Notable Quote:
"It was like everybody has their fantasy football teams, but it's actually that it's fantasy fashion teams." – Taylor Antrim [15:42]

4. May Issue and Met Gala Predictions

The conversation shifts to anticipations for Vogue's May issue, highlighting the focus on jewelry and tailoring inspired by the upcoming Met Gala's "Superfine" exhibition dedicated to menswear.

Mel shares her excitement:
"I think we're gonna see some really wonderful pieces that we haven't really seen before or who have been in archives for the Met." [16:02]

Taylor emphasizes the issue's themes:
"So it's a huge tailoring moment in the issue with Superfine, which is the Costume Institute exhibition that the Met Gala is opening being dedicated to menswear and tailoring." [16:40]

The hosts anticipate a blend of classic and archival jewelry pieces, coupled with innovative tailoring, setting the stage for a dynamic Met Gala celebration.

5. Spring Culture Preview: TV Shows, Movies, and Books

Expanding beyond fashion, the hosts delve into their cultural interests, including television, movies, and literature.

TV Show Recommendations:

• Formula One's "Drive to Survive": Taylor praises the show's storytelling and character development.
  "They follow different storylines throughout a sports season... you get to know them really well because there's just not [too many drivers]." [18:10]

• "Andor": A mature spy drama set in the Star Wars universe, highly recommended by Taylor.
  "It's written like a spy drama. It just happens to be set on like planet Andor. It's so good." [20:15]

Movie Recommendations:

• "Black Bag": A chamber espionage thriller starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett.
  "It's all a little bit complex and hard to follow in some ways, but you don't care because it looks so good and moves so quickly." [21:01]

• Upcoming Releases:

  • "Bring Her Back" by Danny and Michael Filippoo
  • Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme"
    "It stars Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson and a whole host of other people that we love." [23:40]

Book Recommendations:

• "Bombshell" by Dara Farr: Set in 1990s Corsica, a gripping tale of transformation and ideology.
  "It's a total, like, page turner and kind of ridiculous in some places." [23:58]

• Upcoming Titles:

  • Edward St. Aubyn's new novel
  • Joyce Carol Oates' "Fox"
    "It's a suspense novel that I'm desperate to [read]." [24:10]

6. Exhibitions and Theater Highlights

The hosts share their excitement for various exhibitions and theater productions set to take place in the spring.

Exhibition Highlights:

• "Portrait of Madame X" at the Met
• Annabelle Sullivan redesign at the Frick
• Rasheed Johnson retrospective at the Guggenheim
• Jane Austen 250th Anniversary at the Morgan Library

Theater Recommendations:

• "Vanya with Andrew Scott": Praised by Chloe as life-changing.
  "That was such a hit in London and he's performing it here now, so that's really cool." [27:13]

• "Streetcar Named Desire" at BAM: Selling out quickly, featuring Paul Mescal.
  "The thirst is real." [27:22]

• Upcoming Shows:

  • "Othello"
  • "Glengarry Glen Ross"
  • "Stranger Things" play

Notable Quote:
"We have to cover it. Always you're feeling..." – Chloe [26:29]

Conclusion

The episode of The Run-Through with Vogue offers a comprehensive look into the latest in fashion, culture, and entertainment. From the creation of Vogue's April cover to anticipation for Paris Fashion Week's trends, and from vintage market events to diverse cultural recommendations, Chloe, Mel, and Taylor provide listeners with a rich tapestry of insights and forecasts. Noteworthy quotes and detailed discussions make this episode a valuable resource for fashion enthusiasts and culture aficionados alike.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• "It's actually 1208. We were supposed to start at noon." – Taylor Antrim [00:30]
• "Annie knows what she's doing, and she's like, that's a reference to a very specific Steichen image." – Mel [04:27]
• "Everybody has their fantasy football teams, but it's actually that it's fantasy fashion teams." – Taylor Antrim [15:42]
• "It's a huge tailoring moment in the issue with Superfine." – Taylor Antrim [16:40]
• "It's written like a spy drama. It just happens to be set on like planet Andor. It's so good." – Taylor Antrim [20:15]
• "The thirst is real." – Mel [27:23]